The TV Collective Podcast

“The industry isn’t a distant place anymore. The industry is YOU.” 💡 “Success isn’t luck — it’s stamina.” – *The TV Collective Podcast: Season 3 Finale* The old rules are breaking. New platforms are rising overnight. Traditional TV is shrinking — but the creator economy is *exploding*. In this *season finale* of *The TV Collective Podcast: The Making of the Brand*, we look to the future. How do w...

Most creators never crack 1k views—so how do the smart ones still get paid? We unpack AdSense, RPM/CPM, affiliates, memberships, sponsors, and IP—plus real tactics from commissioners and brand leaders. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Digital is rewriting the rules. In this episode, Simone Pennant explores how creators can build real audiences—not just followers. Featuring Darren Lawford, James Loveridge, Naomi Sesay, and more, we unpack thumbnails, algorithms, and the rise of Africa, Asia, and the Caribbean as the new mainstream. Don’t chase algorithms—build your tribe. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more informati...

AI is changing how creators work — but what really helps and what’s just hype? In this episode we get practical about production reality: tools, hacks, and workflows that deliver big results on small budgets. From sound cleanup to storyboarding and personalised TV, plus 3 creators in the hot seat and expert tips from Cassie Quarless. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

“If you don’t have a direct-to-consumer strategy, you will fail.” – #evanshapiro 👉🏾 Is this the death of legacy TV… or the rise of creator-owned platforms? Watch ep1 here -     • If TV Doors Close, Will Digital Be Where W...   Should creators in 2025 pitch to TV broadcasters, or build their own audiences online? 📺➡️📱 In Epis...

🔥 “Quantity over quality all day.” – Jordan Schwarzenberger (@Sidemen). 💡 “Legacy media isn’t dying — but it is losing its monopoly.” – Evan Shapiro. In Ep 1 of The TV Collective Podcast: The Making of the Brand , Simone Pennant asks: can digital spaces offer true creative freedom for Global Majority creators? Featuring Evan Shapiro, Athena Witter, Christopher Kenna, Jordan Schwarzenberger &...

In the Season Two finale of The TV Collective Podcast , Simone Pennant sits down with Luke Hyams —the creative powerhouse behind The Sidemen Story on Netflix and former Head of Originals at YouTube to give practical insights for content creators navigating shrinking budgets, rising competition, and digital disruption. Hear from John Glencross , CEO and Co-Founder of Calculus Capital—one of the UK’...

As the digital revolution and the rise of AI accelerates content creation, Episode Seven of The TV Collective Podcast asks the hard-hitting question: Is TV dead? Joining Simone is the Head of Global Research & Insight at Fremantle Paul Wood an expert in audience analytics and consumer insights. We hear from experts Eric Collins , Farah Qayum , Tafara Makopa , and Steven Wright , on the ch...

In Episode Six of The TV Collective Podcast , Simone Pennant is joined by Miranda Wayland, Chief Executive of the Creative Diversity Network to discuss the pressing question: Is there still a glass ceiling in TV, and how can diverse leaders break through? With the TV Collective’s Breakthrough Leaders 2025 programme opening this Monday, hear how Black, Asian, and Global Majority communities can acc...

In Episode Five of The TV Collective Podcast, we’re joined by BBC presenter Nadeem Perera, who shares his journey into Wildlife Filmmaking and the unique lens he brings as a storyteller. Plus, we caught up with the inspiring Liz Bonnin and Hamza Yassin at the Natural History TV festival: Wildscreen 2024. With COP 29 on the horizon, where global leaders will meet to discuss our changing climate, th...

This week’s TV Collective Podcast  episode honours Breast Cancer Awareness Month. It is filled with inspiration, resilience, and yes, even a few laughs. We sit down with BAFTA award-winning Exec Producer and Head of ITV Scripted Comedy, Nana Hughes, as she shares her journey of returning to work after her breast cancer diagnosis. Yet while managing a critical illness most freelancers hav...

In this episode of The TV Collective Podcast , one year on from the October 7th attack on Israel and the subsequent war with Hamas, we explore the realities of reporting from conflict zones. We spoke with journalists, filmmakers, and war correspondents to discuss their experiences, challenges, and dangers when reporting from the frontlines. Featuring BAFTA and International Emmy® Award Palestinian...

In episode 2 of The TV Collective Podcast , we’re coming to you straight from the TV Collective Live Festival—a celebration of creatives of colour with masterclasses, sessions, and insights. We’re diving into how to thrive until 2025 , with BAFTA-winning personality, chef, and musician Big Zuu, who shares how he navigates in an ever-changing industry. But that’s not all—we’re launching the TV Coll...

In Episode 1 of The TV Collective Podcast, we ask what role British television has had in shaping public perceptions of Black, Asian, and Muslim communities and how these portrayals may have contributed to the summer riots. We hear from senior industry leaders about the media’s responsibility and catch up with Marcus Ryder, CEO of the Film & TV Charity, who has been advocating for race and rep...

We've come to the end of season one of The Plug Podcast! But don't fret because we'll be back with Season 2 sooner than later! Over the past nine episodes, we have spoken to various guests, chopped up big industry topics, and caught nuff jokes. Whether this is your first time or you are a veteran Plug listener, sit back and relax; for the next 30 minutes, we are going down memory lane and sha...

On May 25, 2020, the world watched in disbelief and horror as Derek Chauvin, a white policeman, knelt on the neck of George Floyd, an African American man, for 8 minutes and 46 seconds, leading to his premature death. George Floyd's murder sparked a global outrage and protests. Many companies pledged financial support for Black communities and joined in what many now call black square summer. Howe...

On 22nd May 2024, UK Prime Minister Rishi Sunak announced a general election on 4th July 2024. So it's only fitting that Simone comes with the Election Special for this episode! No matter what side of the political fence you sit on, a lot is riding on this election. Simone reached out to members of the TVC family to get their thoughts on what the winning party can do after the election to boo...

The music is so nice, we had to cover it twice! Simone is back and plugging into all things content and music again! Of course, we always love to hear from you, so you sent in your thoughts about songs from films and TV shows you love. The TVC community shares their favourite movie soundtracks and TV theme tunes to open things up. In our featured interview, Simone speaks to Director Luti Fagbenle...

Music is a universal language, and in this episode, we're going to talk up the tings! Are you a music producer or just interested in telling better stories with the help of music? Want to know how to get your foot in the door or, better still, how you get paid? Sit back and relax. This episode is all about music for Film and TV. Simone is the Plug, and she'll connect you. The TVC community shares...

This episode is all about artificial intelligence! Simone is The Plug, so she's got her finger on the pulse of everything new, including technology! This week, she taps into the TVC community to get their thoughts on the ride of AI and whether or not it's coming to take our jobs. Simone also links up with AI filmmaker Stephanie Chlond, who shares details about her career journey and how she harnes...

This episode is all about the paper! So, if you want to get your money up – Listen up!    To kick things off, Simone chops it up with the TVC family about what they would do if money were no object. Some of these ideas need to be made one day!   If you have big ideas and no budget, tune in as Simone chats with Investment Entrepreneur Eric Collins from Impact X in an exclusive interv...

Awards season is well and truly underway. It seems like there is an award for everything these days. From the Grammys to the Baftas to the MOBOS, winning one of these prestigious awards is every creative’s dream. But do they actually improve careers? We were backstage at the Royal Television Society Awards to hear what the people had to say.  For our featured interview, we talk to Adjani Salm...

The TV Collective is delighted to announce the return of the Breakthrough Leaders programme, now in its fourth year. For the first time, this ground-breaking initiative, co-devised by Remy Blumenfeld, will collaborate with industry giants Fremantle, BBC Studios, Prime Video, SKY and ITV Studios. This transformative programme aims to identify and empower 50 exceptional individuals from Global Major...

This week's episode opens with a debate about Jeremy Hunt's controversial comments from the Spring 2024 budget regarding the health of the UK TV industry. Hunt said: "We have become Europe's largest film and TV production centre, and at the current rate of expansion, we will be second only to Hollywood globally by the end of 2025". The TV Collective community gets some things off their chests. For...

In our first episode, we get straight to the real talk with a debate around the future of TV - where it's at, where it's going, and how you can be best placed to achieve your ambitions in this ever-changing world of media. We then speak to Lajaune Lincoln from The Film & TV Charity about what they're doing to help the creatives in the screen industry. For our featured interview, we talk to Ang...